This Women Entrepreneurship Day, TheGlitz celebrates 6 powerhouse women who are rewriting the rules of ambition. These women leaders don’t just build brands, they pave and build movements. They aren’t waiting for seats at the table, they’re crafting entirely new tables, elevating industries, and inspiring a new generation to dream boldly, create fearlessly, and lead unapologetically.
Their journeys remind us that innovation thrives where courage meets vision, and that women entrepreneurs continue to shape India’s cultural, economic, and creative future in extraordinary ways.
Presenting TheGlitz Fab 6 Women Entrepreneurs
1. Sonal C Holland — Master of Wine, Founder, Educator & India’s Voice in Global Beverage Culture
India’s only Master of Wine, Sonal C Holland MW, stands in a league of her own. A visionary who has dedicated over two decades to demystifying and democratizing wine culture in India, Sonal is not just an expert — she is an institution. Through the Sonal Holland Academy and the India Wine & Spirits Awards, she’s built platforms that cultivate knowledge, excellence, and industry standards. Her advisory brand, Sohowines Consulting, partners with global and Indian labels to reshape the beverage narrative. Recognised among India’s Top 100 Most Influential in Luxury and boasting an audience of over a million, Sonal represents the gold standard in expertise, authority, and cultural influence.
2. Nidhi Gupta — Executive Director, Crossword Bookstores & Champion of India’s Reading Culture
At the helm of Crossword Bookstores for more than 15 years, Nidhi Gupta is a force behind India’s evolving retail and literary culture. Backed by a Carnegie Mellon business degree, she blends precision with passion to turn bookstores into cultural sanctuaries. Nidhi has spearheaded Crossword’s omnichannel transformation, positioned it as a lifestyle hub, nurtured young readers, revitalized community engagement, and created experiences that marry digital convenience with the warmth of physical discovery. Under her watch, Crossword isn’t just a bookstore — it’s a movement keeping India’s reading habit alive and thriving.
3. Priyanka Jain — Co-Founder, Prasuk Jain Hospitality & Snow World Entertainment
A visionary who has redefined entertainment in India, Priyanka Jain is the creative force behind experiential icons like Snow World, Formula Karting, The Game Palacio, and Amazonia. Her leadership blends immersive design with smart brand strategy and unforgettable hospitality. Priyanka’s approach is rooted in empathy — nurturing creative, collaborative teams while delivering world-class experiences. She has built a portfolio that pushes boundaries and delights audiences, reshaping how India experiences fun, leisure, and adventure.
4. Eesha Sukhi — Founder, The BlueBop Café & Curator of Food, Music & Culture
With over 15 years leading marketing and sales for global brands, Eesha Sukhi turned her long-held dream into reality by launching The BlueBop Café in 2019. Today, it’s one of Mumbai’s most awarded and loved restaurants — celebrated for its exceptional cuisine, chic aesthetic, handcrafted cocktails, and signature live jazz and blues nights. BlueBop’s multiple accolades, from Restaurant India Awards (2024 & 2025) to consistent Times Food & Nightlife wins, reflect Eesha’s commitment to quality, creativity, and hospitality that leaves a lasting impression.
5. Nikki Thakker — Founder, Entisi Chocolatier & India’s Artisan Chocolate Disruptor
At just 2017, Nikki Thakker changed India’s chocolate game with Entisi — a brand rooted in craftsmanship, small-batch artistry, and meticulous sourcing. Her belief that India deserves world-class chocolate has resulted in a luxury brand with six boutiques, international recognition, and a cult following. Nikki’s innovative spirit and obsession with quality reimagine chocolate not merely as a dessert but as an experience — refined, thoughtful, and proudly homegrown.
6. Mitisha Mehta — Co-Founder, Aquatein & Creative Architect of India’s Fitness Revolution
A seasoned brand strategist and Rachna Sansad alumna, Mitisha Mehta brings 14+ years of experience across brands like Good Earth, Zoya, and Pavitra Rajaram Design. At Aquatein, she merges design thinking with consumer psychology to transform functional nutrition into elevated, everyday lifestyle experiences. With a strong eye for culture, aesthetics, and storytelling, Mitisha is shaping how India perceives wellness — not as a chore, but as an aspirational expression of modern living.
